Transitions are a big part of the international expat way of life as is integrating more technology into learning at school. As GWA has a ‘Bring Your Own Educational Device’ (BYOED) Policy currently from G5-12, some families - especially those moving into Middle School - are starting to think about the type of device required. Please use our GWA BYOED page to learn about how and why a BYOED Policy works for your student.Below are recommendations from students and teachers from GWA:

“Buy a device that you can use for both home and school activities - one device used for everything is best.”

“You have to carry the device around all day - the smaller it is and the lighter it is, the better it is.”

“Protect it - buy a ‘skin’ or cover - it’s going to get knocks and scrapes as you carry it around all day.”

“Everyone compares devices - who has the biggest/newest/best etc - but at the end of the day it’s a personal choice - something YOU need to be happy using all day every day.”

“You only need to do internet research and web-based activities like presenting, publishing and creating so don’t get the most advanced - it’s not necessary.”

“Battery life is so important. Choose and purchase a laptop with the longest battery life”

“Personalise your laptop so it is easily recognizable as your own as it will become more difficult to lose/misplace.”

“Light, small and super quick to load up. If I was to buy again, that’s what I would get.”